Best and most accurate blood glucose meter for home use: 2021 model ranking - Setafi

1 Contour TS

Price - 586 rubles

The first place goes to the Contour TS glucometer. All because of the new technology, thanks to which they accelerated the process of measuring glucose levels up to 5 seconds. Also, the Contour TS received its place in the ranking of home blood glucose meters in 2021 thanks to the simple control of two buttons. Automatic coding does not require user intervention. It is enough to insert a test strip with a minimum amount of blood into the device, and after 5 seconds the device will display all the results.

The model is compact, will even fit into an ordinary pocket, equipped with a large screen. The bright orange port will help people who have vision problems use the device.

Characteristics:

• Automatic coding
• The result is calibrated to plasma
• Stores up to 250 results
• The test is done in 5 seconds

Advantages:

• Easy to operate
• Large bright screen
• compactness
• The function of calculating the average result for several days
• Affordable price

Flaws:

• Test strips and lancing device not included
• The depth of the puncture is adjustable by the user

2 One Touch Select Plus Flex

Price - 1,580 rubles

OneTouch Select Plus Flex is perfect for those who need to measure their blood sugar. The speed of displaying the results is 5 seconds, like the previous model. It is easy to manage, and the results are not only displayed on the screen, but also in color on a special strip below it. The minimum amount of blood for analysis is 1 µl. Built-in memory stores 500 measurement results, which can be viewed at any time.

Of the additional, it is worth noting the possibility of transferring measurement results to a smartphone, tablet and other devices that support Bluetooth.

Characteristics:

• Automatic coding
• The result is calibrated to plasma
• Stores up to 500 results
• Analysis duration 5 seconds

Advantages:

• Additional display of results using color
• Memory for 500 measurements
• Large font
• Fits in a pocket
• Easy to use

Flaws:

• Overcharge
• No sound for test completion
• The lancet does not come out of the handle well.

3 Diacont Voice

Price - 950 rubles

In third place in the top of the best blood glucose meters in 2021 is Diacont Voice. The device accurately measures the level of glucose in the blood, the probability of error is less than 2%. If you have vision problems, don't worry, the device has a large bright screen with large fonts. Additionally, the model was equipped with voice guidance. If you wish, you can turn off the "voice assistant" function in the settings.

Diacont has improved this model of blood glucose meters, and now, thanks to the AST system for analysis, blood can be taken additionally from the forearms, thighs and lower legs, and not just from the balls of the fingers. The memory of the device is enough for 450 test results. The function of the average blood glucose level has been improved, and now it can show results for a month.

Characteristics:

• Coding automatic
• The result is calibrated to plasma
• Memory for 450 studies
• Analysis duration 6 seconds

Advantages:

• Convenient shape
• Memory for 450 results
• Universal socket fits almost all test strips
• Simple control
• Can be connected to a computer
• Voice guidance

Flaws:

• Big size
• Smooth body (slips easily)
• The strips are difficult to insert into the socket

4 CareSens N

Price - 675 rubles

The Korean CareSens N blood glucose meter is distinguished by its minimalistic design, which is somewhat reminiscent of a smartphone. Differences of the device are simplicity in operation, clear management and high quality. For people with vision problems, CareSens has equipped its device with a large screen. The results are displayed in large print. The main feature of the device is the ability to use it both before and after eating. Memory is half that of previous models - it is enough for 250 test results.

The kit comes with an automatic skin piercing scarifier. A drop of blood, 5 seconds, and you have the result - convenient enough for people who need to take several measurements a day. In the reviews, users praised this device, giving it an average score of 4.3.

Characteristics:

• Coding automatic
• The result is calibrated to plasma
• Stores up to 250 measurements
• Analysis duration 5 seconds

Advantages:

• Large screen with large fonts
• Simple control
• Possibility to adjust the penetration depth
• Automatic scarifier included
• Affordable price

Flaws:

• Only works with certain test strips that are difficult to obtain
• An accurate result is only guaranteed with a blood test from a finger

5 iCheck iCheck

Price - 1,140 rubles

The device from iCheck with a simple name closes the top of glucometers. Compact, with biosensor technology and a large screen that displays the results of the analysis in clear large numbers. Simple control of two buttons and a set of test strips in the kit made the model popular. The strips themselves are coated with a special substance that allows you to get the most accurate result. The memory of the model is enough for 180 test results.

Additionally, there is an automatic shutdown - after a few minutes after the last analysis, the device automatically turns off to save battery. The device is able to connect and transmit research data to Bluetooth devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops).

Characteristics:

• Automatic coding
• The result is calibrated to plasma
• Stores up to 180 measurements
• The test is done in 9 seconds

Advantages:

• Comes with a handy carry case
• Two button control
• Small dimensions
• Test strips are easy to get
• Cheap

Flaws:

• Breaks easily if not used properly
• It is inconvenient to view the history of analyzes